The Flamingo is a great introduction to graphic novels for young readers. With more pictures than words, it will give readers the opportunity to understand how to read a graphic novel, meaning the order in which to follow the pictures and words. Author and illustrator Guojing created a simple yet sweet story of a young girl and her grandmother that many will relate to. With the story being primarily told in pictures, Guojing did a wonderful job of making it understandable while also tugging at your emotions. She really gets the point across in her beautiful illustrations. These book is appropriate for all ages–even the youngest readers. Children new to graphic novels or those who prefer to imagine their own dialog will love The Flamingo.
Review of a Digital Advance Reading Copy provided by Random House Kids
Content Analysis:
Profanity/Language: None
Violence/Gore: None
Sex/Nudity: None
Mature Themes:
None
Alcohol and Drug use:
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